Northfield is beginning the process of becoming a Yellow Ribbon City to continue to show support for its service members, veterans and military families who reside or work in our community. Kickoff Monday, March 2 from 6:00-8:30 p.m., Northfield Armory.

Ken Bank, who served as President and Chief Executive Officer for Northfield Hospital & Clinics from 1988-2010, died unexpectedly Sunday, Feb. 1, at his home in Tucson, Arizona. He was 69.

Ken was a thoughtful, progressive leader who was instrumental in positioning Northfield Hospital & Clinics to grow and thrive in a challenging healthcare environment. During his tenure, he presided over the development of the Center for Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, the expansion of surgical services and diagnostic imaging, the development and construction of a new hospital and the development of a primary clinic network. He was also active in many community projects.

He spent his retirement in Tucson with his wife, Rhonda, where he enjoyed hiking in the many mountain ranges surrounding their home. Besides Rhonda, Ken is survived by their three children, two grandchildren and a son-in-law.

Ken’s life will be celebrated Friday, Feb. 6, in Tucson at the family home. Plans for a remembrance in Minnesota will be forthcoming. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family suggests a donation to Friends of Sabino Canyon, P.O. Box 31265, Tucson, Arizona, 85751 or Youth on Their Own, 1600 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, Arizona, 85712.

Jeff Cunningham, MD, an Internal Medicine and Pediatric specialist, will join FamilyHealth Medical Clinic in February and practice in Farmington.

Dr. Cunningham comes to Farmington from Fairmont, Minn., where he practiced with Mayo Clinic Health System. He will see patients of all ages, adults 18 years and older and children birth to age 18. More »

Two experts on food allergies will provide a free educational session for parents Monday, Jan. 26, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Dakota County Heritage Library in Lakeville, 20085 Heritage Drive.

Nancy Ott, MD, a Mayo Clinic pediatric allergist who sees patients at FamilyHealth Medical Clinic, and Nona Navaez, executive director of Anaphylaxis and Food Allergy Association of Minnesota (AFAA), will combine for a session called: “What Parents Need to Know.” They will provide an overview of food allergies, talk about the latest research, and offer helpful tips on how to handle emergencies. More »